We spent a family day at the Minnesota Zoo on Daddy's day off (Mommy's too)  Claire saw all kinds of great animals.  Many of them she thinks are "dogs" like the little bear, lynx, and big bears.  It was an educational day for us all, and Claire was a trooper, no tears, no screaming, no problems.  

We recommend watching the county library for the free passes...

Claire really enjoyed the aquarium exhibits at the MN zoo.  

...apparently they enjoyed her too!

Bald eagle on inauguration day

Loves the colorful fishes!

Tropical gardens on a cold winter day...can't beat it!

We picked out a new sled for Claire recently, and here is Mom with Claire coming back from a twilight stroll last week. 

Mimi crossing to the island in Dayton, MN behind their home.   

Claire and Megan spent the day with Mimi while daddy was on call...Claire obviously enjoyed it. 

Daddy took Claire out skiing at Baker Park west of the Metro.  Rented the ski pulk.

5 degrees, 10 dollars, and I sweated more in a half a day than I have in the last six months.  The ski pulk was really comfy for Claire.  She fell asleep and was toasty warm.  

Sleepy eyes. 

Gracie loves walks...

Claire loves the swings at the park...

Aaron and Megan love Claire...

Happy New Year!

Claire, Aaron, and Megan went for a walk to the park and played on the swings and in the snow.  (Gracie came too)